Brendon could sell these plans. People might buy these same plans over and over, maybe for years. The best side hustle is something you create once, or just a few times, to sell over and over. Or Brendon could offer a service where he will make simple plans for simple projects. He may not *need* the money, but it would add another revenue stream that might come in handy some day. Most importantly, it's providing a service to improve the life of the consumer.
It’s not just about how many CDs or any physical media you collect, it’s how you display your collection which that’s the best part, and your CD display shelves is truly a sight to behold ❤😊
Man Brendon, I've been following for so long that I moved with you from your NY apt to the New Jersey house... I watched your new music room get built from scratch and saw how those shelves were assembled.
I can some custom made shelves made. I started with Red Oak shelves 8' X 6" X I/4" I ran them from one end to the other. Then I used heavy duty 5" brackets. I screwed the brackets right on the wall then screwed the shelves on to brackets. Before I started I varnish all the boards. When I finished I use a nail get to put a Molding where the boards meet to conceal the edges.. The only draw back was that each red Oak board costs about $40 each, so that ran me some money. Like you said the boards have to be strong otherwise they bend and sag. over all it came out very cool.
Luckily Ive been a carpenter most of my life. So ive made many of my own. Which ive had to redo and alter since ive changed rooms several times😂. Its actually pretty fun making new ones. Always tweaking the process, measurements etc
Nice video Brendan. Would you ever create more bookcases to increase the cd storage? Perhaps some shelving against the balustrade? Or an island of shelving in the middle? Or maybe using another room with more shelves.
I built one just like yours. Used your plans, the only thing i don't like now thats it's done is the bottom shelf is to low, hard to see the cds. I think im gonna make one that hangs on the wall . So i don't have to bend over..
Excellent CD shelves. Although I too made my own set of shelves but with a simpler design. I first considered how many CDs would fit on a shelf, then based on the quantity, I added about a 50% more for growth. I also did not have a floor space. I anchored mine to the wall just about a foot above a rear desk credenza. it measured 6 feet long with 6 selves and an open top area for DVD shaped cases. I used 1x6 8ft pine board pcs (real dimensions 3/4" x 5 - 1/2") at $4 a board. Because they are stock shape/size, there is less cutting. I also got a 1/8" x 4' x 8' sheet of hardboard (masonite) $15. I used 1" drywall screws to hold it all together (all marked and predrilled holes so as not to split and wood). In short I had a 4' x 6' set of CD shelves without any supports. Finished it was a set of boards spaced apart and fastened at each end with another pine board (a bouncy frame). The masonite is the magic at keeping it strong and rigid once all of the screws were put into place. Wouldn't the long length selves sag from all of the weight? Nope. Every drywall screw was placed through the masonite backside and into the back side of the shelf edges every 12" which eliminated of any risk of sagging. However the bigger more important part was the entire weight of the CDs and shelving needed to be held to the wall without it coming down. At each end, every other under shelf spot had a right angled bracket anchoring it to the wooden studs within the wall. After 18 years of use, then collecting dust, my collection was completely digitized. The shelves were dismantled and the CD's stored in special cases in the cellar. In your own personal shelf design, I would recommend a label maker (clear tape, white lettering) to place on the shelving edge. A-C, D-G, Comedy, Holiday, Compilation 60's, 70's, 80's, etc. Hope this was helpful to all.
Hey Brendon, random idea, but what if you had a video series of us viewers recommending you albums that you've never heard before? And then you could do a whole review and everything. You may not be interested, it's just an idea. 🙂
Buying a house today on my birthday. Been worrying about what to do about shelves for months looking online shopping, reading reviews etc. Woke up to find this video. Perfect birthday present. Major thank you! Bunch of things I didn't take into account now I know about.
Given that you have 1000’s of CDs boxed away in a cupboard do you not think you should have had the wall as a complete shelf instead of whatever it is you’ve got in the middle of it all? Also where are you putting your newest buys? Are they going straight into boxes or do you have the space in other rooms for more shelving?
Being able to guess that the kick and first shelf combned was 4” high was the architect in me thinking. Amazed at how fast you read english measurements. Something i am not really good at since we use the metric system here where i am from. Another awesome episode brendon! thanks for sharing this with us.
You could put a horizontal lip in front of the cds to make it earthquake proof. Do you design houses? I'm actual looking to build with a barn style house with a 2M budget. Perhaps we can talk.
NY & NJ don’t really suffer from earthquakes so not an issue. Regarding my work, you’d need an architect locally to file the work with the city. So unless you’re in NY, NJ, CT or somewhere close by that my firm has a license it might not make sense to collaborate. Where are you located?
@@BrendonSnyder I haven't bought the land yet but it'll be in Warwick, NY. I want a 60X100 barn built like a house. They'll be 4 sections (living area roughly 60X30, the bedroom, kitchen, utilities area (30X60) w/rooms, the back 40X60 will be a record shop, and upstairs will house around a 75K cd collection with capacity for 100K. That will be over the shop and rooms and measure 60X70. The living area will be open with no floors overtop. I'll need shelving designed as well. However building should be sturdy and fairly cheap which would include a concrete type floor throughout the downstairs area. I'm not really into nooks, aesthetics, irregular shapes or expensive designs. I house a rough sketch and can see it in my mind. I used to work with my father in carpentry but am in no way formerly trained and there's things I don't know that one takes for granted like subtracting out closet space and stuff like that.
Sounds like it would be a very interesting project to work on and certainly exciting to build. The distance is certainly in proximity to work my office does. Contact me via email if you’d like to discuss this more now or reach out when you’re ready and I’d be happy to put a proposal together for services brendonsnyder@gmail.com
thanks for answering the question, now...whats that big brown thing with the white thing on top of it thats between the cd racks? it's also been in nearly all your video's.
Love the color Brendon; black makes it look serious! Back in Black or Overkill's Demo Power in Black, lol... Since you are an architect, you did an excellent professional job, because it looks like these racks and shelves were custom made by some company, lol....
Hello Brendon! Do you ever have any issues with dust collecting on the top of the cd cases? Any thoughts or advice on how to limit the dust? Great video! Rick
Initially I thought I’d place a stereo there but ended up putting it in another room. It’s the exact size of one of the shelf units so I could have another one made a slip it in. But I like the break in space.
@@BrendonSnyder well no I have the real thing on my shelf lol BUT it’s all on my iPod ever song I own, I don’t have near what you have I only have 1,400 CDs
Brendon could sell these plans. People might buy these same plans over and over, maybe for years. The best side hustle is something you create once, or just a few times, to sell over and over. Or Brendon could offer a service where he will make simple plans for simple projects. He may not *need* the money, but it would add another revenue stream that might come in handy some day. Most importantly, it's providing a service to improve the life of the consumer.
It’s not just about how many CDs or any physical media you collect, it’s how you display your collection which that’s the best part, and your CD display shelves is truly a sight to behold ❤😊
Man Brendon, I've been following for so long that I moved with you from your NY apt to the New Jersey house... I watched your new music room get built from scratch and saw how those shelves were assembled.
I can some custom made shelves made. I started with Red Oak shelves 8' X 6" X I/4" I ran them from one end to the other. Then I used heavy duty 5" brackets. I screwed the brackets right on the wall then screwed the shelves on to brackets. Before I started I varnish all the boards. When I finished I use a nail get to put a Molding where the boards meet to conceal the edges.. The only draw back was that each red Oak board costs about $40 each, so that ran me some money. Like you said the boards have to be strong otherwise they bend and sag. over all it came out very cool.
Luckily Ive been a carpenter most of my life. So ive made many of my own. Which ive had to redo and alter since ive changed rooms several times😂. Its actually pretty fun making new ones. Always tweaking the process, measurements etc
I designed my massive rack and built it myself from wood with Stain and black paint! I have to say it turned out awesome!
Cool! 👍
Love your shelves Brendon! Also, Pete Pardo seems to also have some very nicely designed cd shelves.
Thanks Dan!
I like the buffer off the floor. Most impressive.
You are always so interesting. No drama. Just useful information..
Nice video Brendan. Would you ever create more bookcases to increase the cd storage? Perhaps some shelving against the balustrade? Or an island of shelving in the middle? Or maybe using another room with more shelves.
I built one just like yours. Used your plans, the only thing i don't like now thats it's done is the bottom shelf is to low, hard to see the cds. I think im gonna make one that hangs on the wall . So i don't have to bend over..
I had that tshirt. Bought it at the Plouce concert I went to in 1982.
Thanks, Brendon. Great video.
Excellent CD shelves. Although I too made my own set of shelves but with a simpler design. I first considered how many CDs would fit on a shelf, then based on the quantity, I added about a 50% more for growth. I also did not have a floor space. I anchored mine to the wall just about a foot above a rear desk credenza. it measured 6 feet long with 6 selves and an open top area for DVD shaped cases. I used 1x6 8ft pine board pcs (real dimensions 3/4" x 5 - 1/2") at $4 a board. Because they are stock shape/size, there is less cutting. I also got a 1/8" x 4' x 8' sheet of hardboard (masonite) $15. I used 1" drywall screws to hold it all together (all marked and predrilled holes so as not to split and wood). In short I had a 4' x 6' set of CD shelves without any supports. Finished it was a set of boards spaced apart and fastened at each end with another pine board (a bouncy frame). The masonite is the magic at keeping it strong and rigid once all of the screws were put into place. Wouldn't the long length selves sag from all of the weight? Nope. Every drywall screw was placed through the masonite backside and into the back side of the shelf edges every 12" which eliminated of any risk of sagging. However the bigger more important part was the entire weight of the CDs and shelving needed to be held to the wall without it coming down. At each end, every other under shelf spot had a right angled bracket anchoring it to the wooden studs within the wall. After 18 years of use, then collecting dust, my collection was completely digitized. The shelves were dismantled and the CD's stored in special cases in the cellar. In your own personal shelf design, I would recommend a label maker (clear tape, white lettering) to place on the shelving edge. A-C, D-G, Comedy, Holiday, Compilation 60's, 70's, 80's, etc. Hope this was helpful to all.
Hey Brendon, random idea, but what if you had a video series of us viewers recommending you albums that you've never heard before? And then you could do a whole review and everything. You may not be interested, it's just an idea. 🙂
I got the shelves at Lowe's
Cd heaven!
fantastic job
I appreciate the explanation of your design considerations. It gives me ideas too… Thanks
Buying a house today on my birthday. Been worrying about what to do about shelves for months looking online shopping, reading reviews etc. Woke up to find this video. Perfect birthday present. Major thank you! Bunch of things I didn't take into account now I know about.
Layout, design, and getting the measurements precise is key. Allowing the thickness of the boards etc. Its definitely a project!😂
Given that you have 1000’s of CDs boxed away in a cupboard do you not think you should have had the wall as a complete shelf instead of whatever it is you’ve got in the middle of it all?
Also where are you putting your newest buys? Are they going straight into boxes or do you have the space in other rooms for more shelving?
Very well thought out and executed! Thanks for sharing the details! 🤘
I'm glad to know that more people like this format, I'm not alone!!
Thanks for doing this! Also, that Police shirt is awesome!!!
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I’ve always liked your shelving you use for your CDs. Cool video.
Being able to guess that the kick and first shelf combned was 4” high was the architect in me thinking. Amazed at how fast you read english measurements. Something i am not really good at since we use the metric system here where i am from. Another awesome episode brendon! thanks for sharing this with us.
Hi great shelves, have you thought about having some built in your closet as well?
A nice collection of cd s from heavy metal to rock music keep collecting very nice collection 💿💿🎧
You could put a horizontal lip in front of the cds to make it earthquake proof.
Do you design houses? I'm actual looking to build with a barn style house with a 2M budget. Perhaps we can talk.
NY & NJ don’t really suffer from earthquakes so not an issue. Regarding my work, you’d need an architect locally to file the work with the city. So unless you’re in NY, NJ, CT or somewhere close by that my firm has a license it might not make sense to collaborate. Where are you located?
@@BrendonSnyder I haven't bought the land yet but it'll be in Warwick, NY. I want a 60X100 barn built like a house. They'll be 4 sections (living area roughly 60X30, the bedroom, kitchen, utilities area (30X60) w/rooms, the back 40X60 will be a record shop, and upstairs will house around a 75K cd collection with capacity for 100K. That will be over the shop and rooms and measure 60X70. The living area will be open with no floors overtop. I'll need shelving designed as well. However building should be sturdy and fairly cheap which would include a concrete type floor throughout the downstairs area. I'm not really into nooks, aesthetics, irregular shapes or expensive designs. I house a rough sketch and can see it in my mind. I used to work with my father in carpentry but am in no way formerly trained and there's things I don't know that one takes for granted like subtracting out closet space and stuff like that.
Sounds like it would be a very interesting project to work on and certainly exciting to build. The distance is certainly in proximity to work my office does. Contact me via email if you’d like to discuss this more now or reach out when you’re ready and I’d be happy to put a proposal together for services brendonsnyder@gmail.com
Great job and show 🎉❤
thanks for answering the question, now...whats that big brown thing with the white thing on top of it thats between the cd racks? it's also been in nearly all your video's.
I'm sure that a Bluetooth speaker. I think he did mention in an old video.
I keep my cds in Iraq 👍 Great shelving, I actually use draws saves the spines fading
If you don't mind me asking what does something like that cost ...great video
It was $3,500 but honestly they lost money on it. It probably should have cost more. With today’s pricing it would cost a lot more.
Thanks , Brendon I like it
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Love the color Brendon; black makes it look serious! Back in Black or Overkill's Demo Power in Black, lol... Since you are an architect, you did an excellent professional job, because it looks like these racks and shelves were custom made by some company, lol....
The cd shelves looks and are great. 😎👍
Hello Brendon! Do you ever have any issues with dust collecting on the top of the cd cases? Any thoughts or advice on how to limit the dust? Great video! Rick
There is nothing you can do about dust except wipe them down occasionally.
i would like to know why you left a space between the first set of shelves & the second set of shelves ? instead of continuing as all one shelf.
Initially I thought I’d place a stereo there but ended up putting it in another room. It’s the exact size of one of the shelf units so I could have another one made a slip it in. But I like the break in space.
Thanks@@BrendonSnyder
Pretty interesting Brendon. Thanks for the “close-up” view of your CD racks. Never change what you are doing. March 10 I sent you a pm to messenger.
Why didn't you build them yourself after you designed them?
I said in the video I’m not a woodworker, my skills are in design.
Of course all my music is ripped to my PC so o can listen any and every where, so I never handle the Disc again lol
That would never work for me. I prefer the real thing in my hands.
@@BrendonSnyder well no I have the real thing on my shelf lol BUT it’s all on my iPod ever song I own, I don’t have near what you have I only have 1,400 CDs
Come on Brendon metric sizes please 😂
LOL… we Americans tried the metric system over 40 years ago but couldn’t handle it. 😆
I know Americans use inches and feet and stuff, but it always throws me a bit to actually see them using it 🤣
The same way it throws me to see anything other than feet and inches.
@@BrendonSnyder It's like a parallel dimension thing. Everything's very familiar and then you're like, "...wait a minute."
Just buy less cds brendon 😂😂
Never 😂
@@BrendonSnyder didn't think so just kidding 😂
@@paulweavereasier said than done 💿🎶😂